Sides

French Cut Green Beans with Shallots

“French cut” green beans take just seconds with the Cuisinart® DLC-2007C.

Makes 4 servings

1pound (454 g) fresh green beans, trimmed, cut to fit feed tube horizontally

2large shallots, peeled,

cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) pieces

2 teaspoons (10 ml) olive oil

1/4 cup (50 ml) water

1-1/2 teaspoons (7 ml) balsamic vinegar *

1/8 teaspoon (0.5 ml) white pepper

1/8 teaspoon (0.5 ml), kosher salt

Insert 4 mm slicing disc in food processor. Place beans horizontally in large feed tube and process using light pressure. Remove and reserve.

Insert metal blade. Process shallot until finely chopped, about 5 seconds.

Warm oil in a 3-1/2-quart (3.3 L) sauté pan over medium heat. Add chopped shallots and sauté until soft but not browned, about 2 minutes. Add green beans and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes. Add water and reduce heat to low. Cover pan and cook until crisp tender, about 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat and add vinegar. Season with pepper and salt. Serve warm.

*Substitute a fruit-flavoured vinegar for a change.

Preparation: 15 minutes

Nutritional analysis per serving:

Calories 66 (31% from fat) • carb. 11g • pro. 2g • fat 3g

sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 46mg • fiber 4g

Savoury Sweet Potatoes with Onions & Currants

A low-fat alternative to traditional, rich sweet potato casseroles.

 

Makes 6 servings

Cooking spray

2

strips orange zest (2 x 1/2-inch

2

ounces (57 g) fresh white or wheat

 

[5 x 1.25 cm]), bitter white pith

 

removed

 

bread

 

 

1/2

cup (125 ml) freshly squeezed orange

3

tablespoons (45 ml) unsalted butter,

 

juice

 

at room temperature, divided

 

 

1/2

cup (125 ml) maple syrup (do not use

2

pounds (907 g) sweet potatoes,

 

pancake syrup)

 

peeled and cut in half crosswise

 

 

 

 

3/4 pound (340 g) yellow onions, peeled and cut in half lengthwise

1/3 cup (75 ml) currants

3/4 teaspoon (3 ml) herbs de Provence

1/2 teaspoon (2 ml) kosher salt

1/4 teaspoon (1 ml) freshly ground pepper

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DLC-2007NC specifications

The Cuisinart DLC-2007NC is an exceptional food processor that has established itself as a go-to kitchen appliance for home chefs and culinary enthusiasts alike. Renowned for its versatility, durability, and user-friendly design, this model is perfect for a range of cooking tasks, from chopping vegetables to preparing complex meals.

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